PGCE Secondary Modern Languages

University training

During the University based sessions, you’ll gain a sound knowledge of the National Curriculum requirements in Modern Languages, the Framework for teaching Modern Languages in the Key Stage 3 Strategy, and the structure and content of national and public examinations in Modern Languages.

School training

The school-based phases are in the form of two main blocks where you’re placed in schools under the guidance of a trained subject mentor. You’ll also spend some time in Modern Languages Departments in specific schools developing your professional values and practice and the general roles and duties, which are required for all teachers within the secondary sector.

Course assessment

A personalised process of continuous assessment ensures that learning is appropriate and effective. Assessment takes account of both the programme experience and the school or setting and includes researching developing practice through assignment tasks. Support is provided to develop a rigorous evidence-based account of your educational journey.

Assessment in all of the PGCE programmes is designed to be progressive and to assist you in the provision of evidence to support your achievement against the Standards for QTS.

PGCE programmes are assessed in University, school or other settings. The evidence base includes:

· Formally assessed assignments

· Professional dialogue in progress reviews

· The Professional Learning and Practice portfolio

· School phase reports and observations

· Professional development activities

· Subject knowledge tests and tasks (where appropriate)

Five Progress Review Points are held each year. These assessment points review your attainment, professional learning and SMART target setting.